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Think Green — Surplus outlet hosts sale today
The UNMC Surplus Outlet will host a sale today from noon to 6 p.m. at 4501 Dodge St., just west of Mid City Bank.
Feb 27, 2009
Alumni office moves to former women’s club building
The UNMC Alumni Relations office has moved to 518 S. 38th St., the building formerly called the Omaha Women’s Club.
Feb 27, 2009
Meet UNMC New Investigator James Haorah, Ph.D.
UNMC researcher James Haorah, Ph.D., answers questions about his work, life and interests.
Feb 26, 2009
Social skills therapy for autistic children and teens
Gathering around the table for game night with friends can be enjoyable entertainment. But for children and teens with autism, playing Apples to Apples or Catchphrase can be a dreaded social activity.
Feb 26, 2009
Lookin’ at U – Steve Pera
Quick, think of five things others should know about you. That’s the theme behind a series in UNMC Today called “Lookin’ at U.” This week, we feature Steve Pera, applications systems programmer in information technology services.
Feb 26, 2009
Stimulus bill forum provides some answers for researchers
The morning after President Barack Obama’s speech on the economy, Tom Rosenquist, Ph.D., explained to researchers how a proactive approach would help UNMC obtain its “fair share” of grant money from the stimulus package.
Feb 26, 2009
Wellness Wednesday – Expresso yourself during CFHL bike challenge
Medical center employees — your pedaling power is needed next week during a corporate competition sponsored by the Wellness Council of the Midlands (WELCOM) and Nova Health and Fitness Company.
Feb 25, 2009
UNMC breast cancer vaccine study complete, sheds light on important information
If it weren’t for the treatment she received for breast cancer, Mary Ann Tonjes, 78, of Hooper, Neb., said she doesn’t think she’d be doing the things she loves right now, including traveling and watching her grandchildren play basketball. Tonjes also believes that she benefitted from a breast cancer vaccine study she participated […]
Feb 25, 2009
Dakota City couple creates graduate student award to honor their late son
A Dakota City, Neb., couple has created a graduate student award at the University of Nebraska Medical Center to honor their late son, who was a cancer researcher there. The award – the Shawn Jessen Memorial Cancer Research Award – was created by Janice and Leon Jessen to honor Shawn, who died on Nov. 7 […]
Feb 25, 2009